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Apple 2TB AirPort Time Capsule

Apple 2TB AirPort Time Capsule

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Description

The All-New Time Capsule. Up to 3x faster Wi-Fi. 2TB of Storage.

Automatic Wireless Backup: One Click Setup. Then you're all set.

With AirPort Time Capsule, you get a super-fast Wi-Fi base station and an easy-to-use backup device all in one. And backing up your data couldn't be simpler. Just set it up once and AirPort Time Capsule does the rest. It works with Time Machine in OS X to back up your Mac automatically and wirelessly, so you never have to worry about losing anything important again. Every photo. Every file. Every song. Even your apps and OS X settings are saved. AirPort Time Capsule stores it all -- up to 2TB or 3TB of data.

We've built a faster time machine.

AirPort Time Capsule is designed to partner seamlessly with Time Machine in OS X Leopard or later to protect your data. They work together smartly so that after the initial backup, only the files you've changed are backed up -- automatically, wirelessly, and in the background. Since Time Machine continuously makes a copy of everything on your Mac -- and saves multiple versions -- you can easily access and restore previous versions of a single file, a folder, or even your entire Mac. And with an all-new design and ultra-fast 802.11ac Wi-Fi, backing up to AirPort Time Capsule is up to 50 per cent faster than before.2

A backup plan for your Mac. Actually, all your Macs.

Have multiple Mac computers in your home or office? AirPort Time Capsule can back up and store files for each Mac on your wireless network. No longer do you have to attach an external drive to each Mac every time you want to back up. AirPort Time Capsule spares you the work. Your computers are always backed up -- automatically and wirelessly.

Up to 3x Wi-Fi base station. The next generation of wireless has arrived

802.11ac. The new definition of fast.

More than just a wireless hard drive, AirPort Time Capsule is also a fully featured Wi-Fi base station with the latest three-stream 802.11ac technology. Now you can reach data rates of up to 1.3 Gbps3 -- triple the previous 802.11n standard. Which means up to three times faster Wi-Fi.4 You also get double the channel bandwidth, with 80MHz-wide channels providing more room for more data to flow faster than ever. And if you have 802.11a/b/g/n devices, AirPort Time Capsule maximises that connection as well. What you do with all that extra speed is up to you.

Simultaneous dual-band support.

AirPort Time Capsule features simultaneous dual-band 802.11ac Wi-Fi. That means it transmits at both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies at the same time. So no matter which band your wireless devices use, they'll automatically connect to the best available band for the fastest possible performance.

Beamforming puts the focus on your device.

With 802.11ac technology comes the intelligent, powerful beamforming antenna array. Most base station antennas emit an equal and constant Wi-Fi signal in all directions. But the beamforming antenna array is smarter -- it knows where an 802.11ac device is on the network. Then AirPort Time Capsule targets its signal to that device. So your Wi-Fi signal is stronger, clearer and faster.

Designed with performance in mind. Speeded up, Slimmed down

For the all-new design of AirPort Time Capsule, we took an approach that centred on performance. We made it taller and put the antennas at the top, creating a higher platform for dispersing the signal. We also increased the number of antennas. There are now six of them -- three for the 2.4GHz band and three for the 5GHz band. Together with 802.11ac wireless technology, they let you connect faster, farther, and with more power than ever before. The bar for Wi-Fi base stations has been raised. In every way.

Smaller footprint. More desk space.

The new vertical design not only improves Wi-Fi performance, it also saves you valuable desk space. At less than 10 centimetres square, the footprint of AirPort Time Capsule is 75 per cent smaller than its predecessor. And to keep everything tidy, even the power supply is built in. Which means AirPort Time Capsule takes up no more space than it should.

Easy Setup

With AirPort Time Capsule, getting your new Wi-Fi network up and running takes less time -- and less effort -- than making a cup of tea. That's because a setup assistant is built into iOS and into AirPort Utility for OS X. As soon as you plug in your AirPort Time Capsule and connect it to your DSL or cable modem, you can follow the simple instructions on your Mac or iOS device. There are no complicated steps to follow and no obscure terminology to learn. The setup assistant does all the work, so you don't have to.

Manage your Wi-Fi network from your iOS device or Mac.

Once your network is set up, AirPort Utility for iOS and OS X lets you manage and monitor it from your iPad, iPhone, iPod touch or Mac. Your AirPort Time Capsule -- along with other AirPort base stations you have connected -- appears graphically onscreen, so you can see your settings at a glance, make changes, apply updates and more.

Printer and hard drive sharing. Your wireless control tower

Share another hard drive. Securely. In addition to the 2TB or 3TB of storage in AirPort Time Capsule, you can turn any external USB hard drive into another secure drive to share across your Wi-Fi network and access securely over the Internet. All the documents, videos, photos and other files instantly become available to anyone on the network, for Mac and PC users alike.

Print without wires. The USB 2 port in AirPort Time Capsule is also great for sharing a printer across your wireless network. Just plug it in and everyone on your network can take advantage of one centrally available printer. Wirelessly, of course.

Compatibility and security

  • Get online safely and securely. AirPort Time Capsule includes a built-in firewall that creates a barrier between your network and the Internet, protecting your data from malicious attacks. When you set up AirPort Time Capsule, the firewall is automatically turned on, so you don't have to do a thing. Except enjoy the web with peace of mind.
  • Put out the Wi-Fi welcome mat for guests. With the guest networking feature, you can set up a separate Wi-Fi network just for guests. Use a different password or no password at all. A guest network allows access only to the Internet, so your primary network -- including any external hard drive, printer or other LAN-attached device -- remains secure.
  • Connect to Wi-Fi from any device. Mac. PC. iPhone. iPad. Apple TV. Really, any Wi-Fi-enabled device you have will work with AirPort Time Capsule. That's because it's compatible with devices using the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac specifications.
  • Go the wired route if you want. AirPort Time Capsule includes three Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports for fast wired connectivity with a desktop computer, network drive, DVR or other device.
  • Automatic wireless backup

    AirPort Time Capsule includes a hard drive that works with Time Machine in OS X to create the perfect no-hassle backup solution. There are no cables, and you can back up all the Mac computers in your home to a central location - automatically, wirelessly, and in the background.
  • Ultrafast 802.11ac Wi-Fi

    With 802.11ac technology and a powerful beamforming antenna array, AirPort Time Capsule gives you up to 3x faster Wi-Fi and a stronger, clearer signal. And because it transmits at both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequencies at the same time, your wireless devices will automatically connect to the perfect band for an amazingly fast performance.
  • Designed with performance in mind

    With the antennas at the top of the elevated design, AirPort Time Capsule now has a higher platform for dispersing the signal. Apple also increased the number of antennas. There are now six of them - three for the 2.4GHz band and three for the 5GHz band. Together with 802.11ac technology, they let you connect faster, farther, and with more power than ever before.
  • Easy setup for iOS and OS X

    Connect your DSL or cable modem to AirPort Time Capsule and use the built-in setup assistant to create your new wireless network in just a few taps from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. If you're using a Mac, use the built-in AirPort Utility. Setup is just as fast and just as easy.
  • Share your hard drive or printer

    AirPort Time Capsule can turn any external USB hard drive into a secure drive you can share across your Wi-Fi network. So all the documents, videos, photos, and other files instantly become available to anyone, Mac and PC users alike. You can even connect a printer and share it wirelessly.
  • Compatibility and security

    Any Wi-Fi device you have will work with AirPort Time Capsule. That's because it's compatible with devices using the 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, and 802.11ac specifications. And since AirPort Time Capsule features a built-in firewall that protects your network from malicious Internet attacks, you can enjoy the web with peace of mind.

Specifications

Summary

Product Description
Apple AirPort Time Capsule - NAS server - 2 TB
Device Type
NAS server
Host Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Total Storage Capacity
2 TB
Dimensions (WxDxH)
9.8 cm x 9.8 cm x 16.8 cm
Weight
1.48 kg ()
Localisation
English / United Kingdom
Storage Controller
SATA
Hard Drive
1 x 2 TB
Networking
Radio access point - integrated - 10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE, 802.11a, 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi 5
Power
AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Apple MacOS X 10.7.5 or later
Manufacturer Warranty
1-year warranty
Designed For
iMac Pro (Late 2017)


Detailed Specification

General

Device Type
NAS server
Host Connectivity
Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Total Storage Capacity
2 TB
Width
9.8 cm
Depth
9.8 cm
Height
16.8 cm
Weight
1.48 kg ()
Built-in Devices
Print server, router, radio access point
Localisation
English / United Kingdom

Storage Controller

Type
SATA - internal

Hard Drive

Type
HDD
Capacity
1 x 2 TB

Networking

Type
Radio access point - integrated
Data Link Protocol
10Mb LAN, 100Mb LAN, GigE, 802.11a, 802.11b/g/n, Wi-Fi 5
Network / Transport Protocol
PPTP, L2TP, IPSec, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, Bonjour
Network Services Compatibility
Apple Bonjour Protocol, DNS, DHCP
Features
Firewall protection, routing, DHCP support, NAT support, print server, MAC address filtering, IPv6 support, VPN passthrough, RADIUS support, DNS proxy
Encryption Algorithm
LEAP, TLS, PEAP, TTLS, WPA, WPA2, WPA2-Enterprise
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.1x, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac

Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Bays
1 (total) / 1 (free) x internal
Interfaces
4 x Ethernet 1000Base-T - RJ-45 , 1 x USB 2.0 - Type A

Miscellaneous

Cables Included
1 x power cable
Compliant Standards
UL 60950, FCC Part 15 B, RSS-210, AS/NZS 4268, ARIB STD-T66, RCR STD-33, GB 4943, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950, EN 300 328, EN 301 893

Power

Power Device
Internal power supply
Voltage Required
AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Software / System Requirements

OS Required
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Microsoft Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Apple MacOS X 10.7.5 or later

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
Limited warranty - 1 year

Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature
10 °C
Max Operating Temperature
35 °C
Humidity Range Operating
20 - 80% (non-condensing)

Compatibility Information

Designed For
Apple iMac Pro (Late 2017)

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